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Trinidad and Tobago - Pitch Lake at La Brea - Loading
Trinidad and Tobago - Pitch Lake at La Brea - Loading Pitch - British West Indies.. This particular truck has an M.G.W (Maximum Gross Weight) of 3 tonnes. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 18076289
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Asphalt Brea Digging Employees Gross Indies Load Loading Maximum Pitch Tobago Tonnes Trinidad Truck Weight
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the vibrant and captivating world of Trinidad and Tobago with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the unique and awe-inspiring Pitch Lake at La Brea, this image transports you to the heart of the British West Indies. Witness the intriguing process of pitch mining as a truck, with a maximum gross weight of 3 tonnes, loads up this precious resource from the lake's depths. This photograph, taken circa 1910s, offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Trinidad and Tobago. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office decor and let the allure of the Caribbean islands transport you every day.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.9cm (21" x 13.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the scene at Trinidad and Tobago's Pitch Lake at La Brea in the British West Indies during the 1910s. The lake, located in the southwestern part of Trinidad, is the world's largest natural deposit of asphalt. In this image, a worker is loading pitch onto the back of a truck, which has a Maximum Gross Weight (MGW) capacity of three tonnes. The pitch, a viscous and bituminous substance, was extracted from the lake using a process that involved heating and digging. The labor-intensive industry relied heavily on the manual labor of local workers and employees. The scene is reminiscent of the early days of the asphalt industry in Trinidad and Tobago, which would later become a significant contributor to the country's economy. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the hard work and dedication of those involved in the extraction process. The image is a testament to the rich history of Trinidad and Tobago's natural resources and the people who have worked to harness them.
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